Phase 4 IP
4 to 5 pages
Research and discuss 1 public health issue in the United States today. Write a paper that addresses the following:
Explain why it is a public health issue and what is currently being done to address it at the local, state, and federal levels.
Discuss any applicable health policies and regulations that may be in place to address the issue
Phase 5 IP
8 to 9 pages APA
Examine and research 1 chronic disease (e.g., heart disease, stroke, cancer, diabetes, arthritis, obesity) and write a paper that discusses the following:
A comparison of 2 health care policies that are in place (either at the state or federal level) that address the disease
The impact the disease has had on the U.S. population and health care system as a whole
Strategies that are in place to educate and promote prevention of the disease through public health at the federal and state levels
Any challenges and progress to date that has been made in preventing and reducing health risks associated with the disease
2-3 strategies that may increase awareness, education, and prevention of that disease
Note: Use APA style and at least 4 scholarly references.